The WRC is actively exploring a return to one of its most storied destinations as preparations intensify for a potential comeback of the Rally Argentina. The three-day event in Cordoba is set to serve as a high-stakes candidate event within the South American CODASUR Rally Championship, where FIA officials will scrutinize the safety protocols, infrastructure, and the suitability of the service park.
Should the candidate event prove successful, the iconic rally is slated to rejoin the championship calendar in 2028. Famous for its punishing gravel stages and the legendary El Condor climb, the event remains deeply etched in the history of the sport, having last hosted a world championship round in 2019.
FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem expressed his strong support for the project. "Argentina is a country with motorsport running through its veins. It has passionate fans and fantastic rally roads. The country has an incredible rallying history, and I personally have great memories of competing in Cordoba," he stated.
Expanding on the strategic vision, WRC Promoter managing director Eric Boullier emphasized the necessity of long-term stability. "This is not merely about returning to a familiar venue. We want to build a sustainable, long-term future for Rally Argentina and bring the WRC back to a country where rallying means so much," Boullier noted during the planning phase.
Local authorities, led by Cordoba governor Martin Llaryora, are already moving forward with ambitious plans, including the creation of a new WRC Arena near the Estadio Mario Alberto Kempes to enhance spectator engagement. This potential return aligns with the broader international expansion of the championship, which is set to welcome new rounds in the United States, Scotland, and Italy in 2027, marking a new era for global rallying.
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